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Morillon Ski Resort Guide |
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Situated in the Giffre Valley, a short distance from Samoens, the resort of Morillon offers a picturesque setting and access to the Grand Massif ski area. The resort is split over two levels - Morillon Village and Morillon 1100. Morillon Village, a traditional Alpine settlement scattered around a 15th century church, sits on the floor of the valley. Morillon 1100 is a new development of predominantly self catered apartments, located a 15 minute drive up the mountain. Whereas access to the slopes from Morillon Village is by cable car and a number of lifts, Morillon 1100 is a ski-in ski-out, generally car free village. Both resorts offer a small selection of bars and restaurants, though nightlife is strictly limited in scope, with the majority of visitors being either families or French locals. Morillon 1100 is particularly convenient for anyone looking to ski in the Flaine area, without being based in Flaine itself.
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France's fourth largest ski area, Le Grand Massif offers over 260km of marked pistes, three snowparks, fantastic off-piste possibilities and a huge variety of terrain, suitable for all levels of ability. Le Grand Massif encompasses the popular resorts of Flaine, Les Carroz, Samoens, Morillon and Sixt-Fer-a-Cheval, all of which are located approximately one hour from Geneva Airport. Not as frequently visited as the Three Valleys or Portes du Soleil ski areas, Le Grand Massif offers an escape from frustrating lift queues in during peak periods. |
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Set amid the stunning scenery of the Giffre Valley, the beautiful Alpine village of Samoens is one of few ski resorts actually registed as an historic monument. Packed with traditional style farmhouses, sculpted fountains and an ancient church, the village's obvious rustic charm makes it appealing as a quiet or romantic getaway. Samoens also offers a good selection of accommodation and restaurants, both in the village centre and on the outskirts; along with direct access to the Grand Massif ski area. |
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This popular resort, set in the heart of the Grand Massif offers among the most reliable snow records in France, frequently beating that of high level resorts such as Tignes. A purpose built ski resort, Flaine was constructed during the early 1960s by French millionaire Eric Boissonnas and Swiss architect Gerard Chervaz, who spotted the area's potential for development while out ski touring. An 'ecounter between Man, mountain and art', Flaine was designed in such a way that the resort's general layout would blend into the mountain's contours, disturbing the environment as little as possible. |
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Situated at 1140 metres on a plateau looking on to the Grand Massif, a short distance from the neighbouring ski resort of Flaine, Les Carroz d'Araches is a family friendly, small scale ski resort, based around the heart of an old Alpine village. Friendly and relaxed, Les Carroz may not be the party capital of the French Alps, but it does offer all the amenities you would expect of a medium sized ski resort and is particularly geared towards young families, having recently been awarded the 'Family Plus' label for its provision of facilities for children. |
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Alp Line offer private ski transfers or shared ski shuttles to Flaine, Les Carroz, Morillon, Samoens and Sixt. Book your Alp Line ski holiday transfer online now ... |
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